Table of contents: Replacing the filter on 4-cylinder… ↓ Filter replacement on 2.7L models ↓
Caution: Do not allow diesel fuel to come into contact with the hoses. If this happens, clean the hoses immediately. Draining condensate
1. Draining condensate from the fuel filter is possible on 2.7 and 3.0 l models. To do this, unscrew the bolt (arrow on the illustration) drain hole on the fuel filter and connect a hand vacuum pump with a container to collect the fuel.
19.1. Drain hole bolt
2. Using a vacuum pump, pump out approximately 100 ml of fuel with condensate. Disconnect the vacuum pump and tighten the bolt. Start the engine and make sure the filter is tight.
19.2. Condensate drainage scheme
Replacing the filter on 4-cylinder models
3. Remove the retainer (3 in the illustration) and disconnect the control valve together with the connected fuel lines. Disconnect the hoses from the fittings (1 and 2), loosen the clamp (4) and remove the filter from the bracket.
19.3. Fuel filter installation details for 4-cylinder models
4. Fill the filter with clean diesel fuel to speed up engine starting.
5. Install the control valve with the fuel lines connected, being careful not to damage the sealing ring on the filter housing. Install the retainer (3 in illustration 19.3), connect the fuel lines and tighten their clamps.
6. Start the engine (this will take a little longer than usual) and check the tightness of the fuel filter connections.
Filter replacement on 2.7L models
7. Loosen the clamp (1 in the illustration) and bolt (2). Cut the clamp (4), remove the nut (3) and lift the holder.
19.7. Fuel filter installation details for 2.7L models
8. Replace the fuel filter and tighten the nut (3) to 10 Nm. Connect the fuel hose with a new seal and tighten the bolt (2) securing it to 23 Nm. Secure the hose with a clamp. Connect the feed hose and secure it with a clamp (1).
9. Start the engine (this will take a little longer than usual) and check the tightness of the fuel filter connections.